Maxwel Cornet has completed a loan move to Serie A club Genoa from Premier League side West Ham for the remainder of the 2024/25 season. This move marks a fresh opportunity for Cornet, who previously spent time on loan at Southampton but featured in only four matches across various competitions. After his brief spell at Southampton, Cornet returned to West Ham on Monday to finalize his move to Italy. During his tenure at West Ham, the Ivorian winger made 37 appearances, scoring once, and was part of the team that triumphed in the 2023 Europa Conference League, contributing to the club's European glory.
At Genoa, Cornet will be reunited with former Arsenal midfielder Patrick Vieira, who is currently managing the Italian club. Genoa is currently placed 12th in Serie A, and Cornet’s arrival is seen as a way to bolster their squad for the remainder of the season. With Cornet’s pace, versatility, and experience in top-tier European football, he could play a key role as Genoa seeks to improve their league standing.
This transfer is West Ham’s first piece of business in the January transfer window, and while Cornet’s move to Genoa is now complete, the Premier League club is reportedly still active in the market. West Ham’s bid for Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran was reportedly rejected, leaving many to wonder what other moves the club will make as they look to strengthen their squad for the second half of the season.
For Cornet, the move to Genoa offers a chance to reinvigorate his career. After limited opportunities in the Premier League and a quiet spell at Southampton, he will now look to make a significant impact in Serie A. Cornet's experience in European competitions, particularly his role in West Ham’s success in the Europa Conference League, will certainly add depth to Genoa’s squad as they aim to climb up the Serie A standings.
As Cornet embarks on this new chapter in his career, all eyes will be on how he adapts to the Italian league and whether he can replicate his previous form that saw him impress at both Lyon and West Ham. Genoa will be hoping that his arrival can provide them with the spark they need to push for a higher position in Serie A, while West Ham supporters will be watching his progress with interest to see how the move plays out.
